The Observer version of the P.68 has a fully glazed nose and the type has applications in the police services as well as marine surveillance and other observation roles. It was originally designed for use as an observation aircraft for the German Police. The P.68 Observer 2 is an upgraded version and the P.68TC Observer is powered by 2X 210hp Lycoming TIO-360-CIA6D turbocharged engines which give a better climb rate and an increase in cruising speed to 195mph(315kmh).

OY-CAG             c/n 243-03-OB                     Italy

6 seat observation aircraft first flown in 1976

Engines: 2x 200hp(149kW) Lycoming O-360-A                                                                             Length: 30’8"(9.34m)                                                                                            Height: 11’2"(3.4m)Wingspan: 39’4.5"(12.0m)                                                                                              No.built: 40+ Range: 1755miles(2824km)                                                           Cruising speed: 173mph(278kmh) Empty weight: 2866lb(1301kg)                                              Maximum take-off weight: 4594lb(2085kg)

A P.68 Observer 2 is illustrated below.

   N701                  c/n 390-03-OB2                          

Partenavia P.68 Observer Side view 1/144 scale

Side view 1/108 scale

Side view 1/72 scale